Glorious, customized tours in Italy
Private groups, 2-8 people
Come luxuriate in the Italian culture, language, food and beauty: the trip of a lifetime awaits you!
Personally-guided tours by Deanna Hunt
Italian Holiday Tour: Rome, Umbria and Tuscany
A morning walk through the narrow cobbled streets of historic Rome center is vibrant with the scents and sounds of an awakening village- the aroma of cappuccino and warm baked goods wafting from cafes, the dazzling shimmer of water cascading from baroque fountains, the sun-filled piazzas. For a week in the Eternal City, experience Rome as the Romans do, with daily history, art and cultural tours. Stay in a charming convent-turned-hotel in the center of historic Rome and enjoy the best of Roman cuisine. Breathe in the fresh, country air while enjoying postcard-like views right from your window in a 16th century Umbrian stone house. Stay on organic family farm where meals are made with ingredients grown and raised on its land. Visit nearby hill-towns and villages rarely seen by the common tourist. Come fall in love with the Eternal City and the land that has shaped its culture!
ROME: Artists, Artisans, and Architects
6 nights
Experience the Roman lifestyle with daily history, art and cultural tours. See aspects of the city often overlooked by tour groups. Visit glorious Roman gardens, the Borghese Gallery and San Clemente Church Museums, explore secret corners and discover unique aspects of the eternal city. Stay in a charming hotel in the center of Rome and enjoy the best of Roman cuisine.
In addition to cultural and historic tours, this year offers participants the option to choose additional activities: enjoy drawing within the city, visit the Vatican Museums and Saint Peter’s, explore ancient towns of Lazio, or simply wander the city at leisure.
ENCHANTING UMBRIA, ROMANTIC TUSCANY: Nature, Beauty and Culture
7 nights
Spectacular countryside, picturesque villages and sumptuous cuisine provides for a magical, relaxing six days in one of Italy’s most beloved regions. Days will be spent at leisure, with options to hike through the lush countryside, to rest at the agriturismo for drawing and/or reading, or to go exploring the nearby hilltop towns. Every evening a full, homemade Italian meal is served, fresh with all ingredients grown on location.
CUSTOM-TOUR ADVANTAGES
• Once the tour participants are established, we will gather for a delicious Italian style “appertivo.” At this informational meeting, participants will have the opportunity to choose specific sites and activities and take part in designing the itinerary.
• This very unique tour provides the participant a once in a lifetime experience unlike that of large tours or self-directed travel.
• Unpack only once in Rome for a minimum stay of 6 nights and the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and lifestyle.
• Stay at a pristine, centrally located hotel, a previous convent in Rome.
• Experience the finest cuisine at the very best of agriturismos, on organic family farms nestled in the spectacular hills of Umbria and Tuscany.
• A special dinner in Rome, enjoying authentic Roman cuisine with all breakfasts included.
• The best of Tuscan and Umbrian cuisine with all dinners and breakfasts included.
• Personalized tours. Special, personal attention given to all participants, their needs and preferences.
• Small, intimate group experience without the hassles, effort, and rush of traveling with a large, bus tour group. Share the experience with other like-minded individuals.
• Informative and interesting lectures and tours.
• Insight into Rome and Italy from one who is fluent in the Italian language and culture.
• Pre-trip informational meeting and packing list.
• Travel plan assistance with pre or post-tour travel in Italy, including assistance with bookings.
• Rome packet provided complete with itinerary, easy to read maps of each area enabling you ease in your own exploring, always feeling well-oriented and safe. Also including:
• List of recommended shops, restaurants, cafes, gardens and cultural attractions within each area of Rome, encouraging you to explore the city as a local.
• All ground transportation provided during the tour.
• Roundtrip transfers provided from Airport to Rome and Rome to Airport.
TRIP COST
14 DAYS/23 meals
Per Person, Double Occupancy:
$6250
Per Person, Single Occupancy:
$6750
NOT INCLUDED:
Air Transportation
Travel Insurance (recommended), about $300
Optional museum tickets; optional outings; additional meals
MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL:
Participants should be in fit health to travel, and should be able to walk at least 3 miles a day, be able to read a map, to negotiate cobblestones and steep stairs with ease.
FOR MORE INFORMATION contact Deanna at huntdeanna@hotmail.com.
ABOUT YOUR GUIDE
Deanna Hunt lived in Italy between 1989-1999. She holds an MFA in Painting with an emphasis in Rome architectural history. Her love affair with Italy began while on a study abroad program in Siena. She had the opportunity to live with a traditional, Italian family from whom she drew much understanding of the language and culture. Throughout her almost 30 year relationship with Italy, she has traveled extensively throughout Italy, has made numerous Italian friends and has had enchanting adventures which she loves to share with others.
Deanna made her home in Rome where she painted, exhibited, directed tours, and held the position as Head Art Teacher at the American Overseas School of Rome. She began leading tours her first year in Rome. Initially, she worked for Secret Walks in Rome (now Context Rome). For several years, she has designed and led tours throughout Rome and Italy for small groups.
As a painter, lecturer of Roman history and Italian culture, a teacher of visual art and Italian language, Deanna offers a unique insight into the culture, within an historical as well as contemporary context. She is noted for her contagious enthusiasm, her tireless energy, and passion for her adopted culture. With Deanna as your guide, you will feel at ease and in competent hands. Sharing her knowledge of the culture and love of the language and people, Deanna will provide you with an uplifting, inspirational and truly unforgettable experience: the trip of a lifetime!
Private groups, 2-8 people
Come luxuriate in the Italian culture, language, food and beauty: the trip of a lifetime awaits you!
Personally-guided tours by Deanna Hunt
Italian Holiday Tour: Rome, Umbria and Tuscany
A morning walk through the narrow cobbled streets of historic Rome center is vibrant with the scents and sounds of an awakening village- the aroma of cappuccino and warm baked goods wafting from cafes, the dazzling shimmer of water cascading from baroque fountains, the sun-filled piazzas. For a week in the Eternal City, experience Rome as the Romans do, with daily history, art and cultural tours. Stay in a charming convent-turned-hotel in the center of historic Rome and enjoy the best of Roman cuisine. Breathe in the fresh, country air while enjoying postcard-like views right from your window in a 16th century Umbrian stone house. Stay on organic family farm where meals are made with ingredients grown and raised on its land. Visit nearby hill-towns and villages rarely seen by the common tourist. Come fall in love with the Eternal City and the land that has shaped its culture!
ROME: Artists, Artisans, and Architects
6 nights
Experience the Roman lifestyle with daily history, art and cultural tours. See aspects of the city often overlooked by tour groups. Visit glorious Roman gardens, the Borghese Gallery and San Clemente Church Museums, explore secret corners and discover unique aspects of the eternal city. Stay in a charming hotel in the center of Rome and enjoy the best of Roman cuisine.
In addition to cultural and historic tours, this year offers participants the option to choose additional activities: enjoy drawing within the city, visit the Vatican Museums and Saint Peter’s, explore ancient towns of Lazio, or simply wander the city at leisure.
ENCHANTING UMBRIA, ROMANTIC TUSCANY: Nature, Beauty and Culture
7 nights
Spectacular countryside, picturesque villages and sumptuous cuisine provides for a magical, relaxing six days in one of Italy’s most beloved regions. Days will be spent at leisure, with options to hike through the lush countryside, to rest at the agriturismo for drawing and/or reading, or to go exploring the nearby hilltop towns. Every evening a full, homemade Italian meal is served, fresh with all ingredients grown on location.
CUSTOM-TOUR ADVANTAGES
• Once the tour participants are established, we will gather for a delicious Italian style “appertivo.” At this informational meeting, participants will have the opportunity to choose specific sites and activities and take part in designing the itinerary.
• This very unique tour provides the participant a once in a lifetime experience unlike that of large tours or self-directed travel.
• Unpack only once in Rome for a minimum stay of 6 nights and the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and lifestyle.
• Stay at a pristine, centrally located hotel, a previous convent in Rome.
• Experience the finest cuisine at the very best of agriturismos, on organic family farms nestled in the spectacular hills of Umbria and Tuscany.
• A special dinner in Rome, enjoying authentic Roman cuisine with all breakfasts included.
• The best of Tuscan and Umbrian cuisine with all dinners and breakfasts included.
• Personalized tours. Special, personal attention given to all participants, their needs and preferences.
• Small, intimate group experience without the hassles, effort, and rush of traveling with a large, bus tour group. Share the experience with other like-minded individuals.
• Informative and interesting lectures and tours.
• Insight into Rome and Italy from one who is fluent in the Italian language and culture.
• Pre-trip informational meeting and packing list.
• Travel plan assistance with pre or post-tour travel in Italy, including assistance with bookings.
• Rome packet provided complete with itinerary, easy to read maps of each area enabling you ease in your own exploring, always feeling well-oriented and safe. Also including:
• List of recommended shops, restaurants, cafes, gardens and cultural attractions within each area of Rome, encouraging you to explore the city as a local.
• All ground transportation provided during the tour.
• Roundtrip transfers provided from Airport to Rome and Rome to Airport.
TRIP COST
14 DAYS/23 meals
Per Person, Double Occupancy:
$6250
Per Person, Single Occupancy:
$6750
NOT INCLUDED:
Air Transportation
Travel Insurance (recommended), about $300
Optional museum tickets; optional outings; additional meals
MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL:
Participants should be in fit health to travel, and should be able to walk at least 3 miles a day, be able to read a map, to negotiate cobblestones and steep stairs with ease.
FOR MORE INFORMATION contact Deanna at huntdeanna@hotmail.com.
ABOUT YOUR GUIDE
Deanna Hunt lived in Italy between 1989-1999. She holds an MFA in Painting with an emphasis in Rome architectural history. Her love affair with Italy began while on a study abroad program in Siena. She had the opportunity to live with a traditional, Italian family from whom she drew much understanding of the language and culture. Throughout her almost 30 year relationship with Italy, she has traveled extensively throughout Italy, has made numerous Italian friends and has had enchanting adventures which she loves to share with others.
Deanna made her home in Rome where she painted, exhibited, directed tours, and held the position as Head Art Teacher at the American Overseas School of Rome. She began leading tours her first year in Rome. Initially, she worked for Secret Walks in Rome (now Context Rome). For several years, she has designed and led tours throughout Rome and Italy for small groups.
As a painter, lecturer of Roman history and Italian culture, a teacher of visual art and Italian language, Deanna offers a unique insight into the culture, within an historical as well as contemporary context. She is noted for her contagious enthusiasm, her tireless energy, and passion for her adopted culture. With Deanna as your guide, you will feel at ease and in competent hands. Sharing her knowledge of the culture and love of the language and people, Deanna will provide you with an uplifting, inspirational and truly unforgettable experience: the trip of a lifetime!